With hundreds of apple varieties on John Bunker’s farm in Palermo, there’s bound to be more than a few odd ones in the bunch. Here are five apples Bunker says are particularly interesting for their exceptional taste, unusual quality or outstanding use in cooked recipes. Duchess of Oldenburg: Originating from Russia in the 17th century, […]
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Heritage orchard at the Blaine House meant to plant seeds of unity
AUGUSTA — John Bunker approached Gov. Janet Mill’s administration in 2019 and offered to create an orchard at the Blaine House full of Maine heritage apples. He suggested planting 16 varieties of apple trees, one to represent each of Maine’s 16 counties. “The idea is to connect all of Maine and everyone in Maine through […]
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The Wrap: Laotian food with a southern twist comes to Auburn
Corsetti’s closes temporarily, free ice cream for Portland nurses, and Hawaiian shave ice comes to the Eastern Prom.
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Ripe for debate: How to make the best tomato sandwich
Despite hints of disagreement, there’s general consensus on one thing: It tastes great, no matter how you slice it.
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Without restaurants to buy their goods, farmers turn to consumers
A Waldoboro cheesemaker made a spreadsheet of Maine farms and what they have to sell. Before you could say local lamb, University of Maine Cooperative Extension turned it into a website.
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Portland restaurant Five Fifty-Five closing after 17 years
The owners of one of the city’s best-known restaurants have announced they’re closing in April.
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When the tourists leave a resort town, this is where the locals go
The rustic Thistle Inn in Boothbay Harbor offers food, fun and community during the frigid off-season.
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The Wrap: Izzy’s closes, The Knotted Apron opens
And look for a soft opening of the new steak-and-oyster restaurant in Brunswick this weekend.
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Number of Maine specialty food and beverage businesses keeps rising
Meanwhile, local economic development organizations are pitching in with advice and expertise.
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Crooked Face Creamery thrives after expanding into downtown Skowhegan
In the months since she has opened her shop, Amy Rowbottom cherishes the support of her many customers and local officials.